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How to replace the front headlight bulbs of the Volkswagen UP

Model: Volkswagen Up MK 1 - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
Part: Headlight bulb

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To replace the front headlight bulbs of the Volkswagen Up, we need to use a 12 Volt H4 bulb. We open the front hood to access the bulbs and remove the electrical connector from the bulb.

To remove the bulb, we need to press the locking tabs simultaneously and rotate the tab. We insert the bulb and lock the tab, then we mount the plastic cover and connect the connector. To replace the turn signal bulb, we grab the holder and disconnect the bulb from the connector.

We insert the bulb into the holder and connect it to the connector. We remove the plastic cover to replace the low beam bulb.

We disconnect the connector and remove the bulb. We insert the new bulb and connect the connector; we finish by mounting the cover.


Posted on 7 June 2025 by ScegliAuto


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